Presentation Title: Startup-Driven Corporate Innovation
Abstract: The traditional corporate R&D-centric innovation model is increasingly inadequate for identifying and leveraging over-the-horizon innovations critical for long-term success. This talk addresses why this model falls short and how corporations can reimagine their innovation strategies. By adopting practices from startups—such as rapid iteration, agile decision-making, and lean methodologies—corporations can create high-performance innovation programs. Drawing from my extensive experience as a startup leader and venture investor, I present a methodology called Startup-Driven Corporate Innovation, which harnesses the entrepreneurial spirit and agility of startups to drive corporate growth and sustainability
Topics:
- The Innovation Dilemma in Corporations: Understanding the Problem
- Introducing the 3-Horizon Framework for Corporate Innovation
- Case Studies: Success Stories of 3-Horizon Corporations
- Integrating Startup Practices: A Methodology for Corporate Innovation
Duration: 45-60 minutes plus Q&A
Target Audience: Business executives, Chief Strategy Officers, Chief Innovation Officers, R&D Leaders, Innovation Consultants, Corporate Venture Investors, VCs, and University Technology Transfer Leaders.